Principal Fire Engineer

GCB AGENCY RECRUITMENT; Norwich; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car or Car Allowance

Competitive Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Free on-site parking

Career Progression and Ongoing Professional Development

Job summary

A reputable engineering consultancy based in Norwich is seeking an experienced Principal Fire Engineer to join their growing team. This role involves delivering innovative fire safety solutions for complex projects across the UK, with a salary range of £100,000 – £120,000, and includes opportunities for career progression. The ideal candidate will have a chartered engineering status and significant experience in fire engineering, alongside a commitment to professional development. Hybrid working options are available, enhancing work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer registered with the Engineering Council.
• 10+ years post-graduate fire engineering experience.
• Full professional membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced fire engineering principles to complex buildings.
• Advise on escape routes and evacuation strategies.
• Lead fire engineering delivery across multiple projects.

Skills

Strong communication skills

In-depth knowledge of UK Building Regulations

Fire strategy delivery

Education

Accredited degree (BEng/MEng) in Fire Engineering

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Job description

Overview

We’re delighted to be working with a highly reputable company based in Norwich, which is seeking an experienced Principal Fire Engineer to join their growing team based in the Norwich area.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering innovative fire safety solutions on diverse and challenging projects, travelling across the UK, predominantly in the South of England and Greater London.

Offering hybrid working, excellent benefits, and genuine scope for career progression, this role is ideal for a motivated professional looking to take a senior step in their fire engineering career.

Role and Offering

The successful Principal Fire Engineer will be offered:

• A basic salary between £100,000 – £120,000 (dependent on experience)
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Competitive Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Free on-site parking
• Career Progression and Ongoing Professional Development

Working hours

• Full-time
• 8:30am – 4:30pm
• Hybrid (days in office vary)
• Overnight stays may be required (Expenses paid)

To be considered for the Principal Fire Engineer role

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) registered with the Engineering Council
• Minimum 10 years post-graduate fire engineering experience
• Accredited degree (BEng/MEng) in Fire Engineering or cognate discipline
• Full professional membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (MIFireE or above) or equivalent
• Proven delivery of fire strategies for complex and higher-risk buildings
• Experience working across multiple sites nationally, including regular travel across UK: Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, Greater London, Bedfordshire…
• UK Driving License
• In-depth knowledge of UK Building Regulations, British Standards and Wider Engineering Codes.
• Strong communication skills, written or verbal.

Role responsibilities

• Applying advanced fire engineering principles to complex buildings and fire scenarios
• Ensure fire safety compliance through detailed understanding and application of UK Building Regulations, British Standards and relevant international codes.
• Advise on escape routes, evacuation strategies, fire service access and structural fire resistance, while assisting clients in negotiations with fire authorities, building control, and other regulatory bodies.
• Leading national fire engineering delivery across multiple projects
• Managing, mentoring, and supporting surveyors and junior fire engineers
• Taking responsibility for technical assurance and applying professional judgement
• Communicating complex fire engineering concepts clearly to clients, regulators, and internal teams
• Leading regulatory discussions with Building Control and Fire Authorities
• Contributing to CPD, internal training, and the professional development pathway